Islamabad, July 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):Foreign Office Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri has expressed deep grief and sorrow over the tragic death of seven Canadian Pakistanis including four children due to house fire in Alberta, Canada. In a statement, he said our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of this tragic incident. We also pray for quick and full recovery of the injured.

The Spokesperson said our Consulate General in Vancouver is in contact with the relevant Canadian authorities to ascertain the facts, and with the bereaved family to offer all possible assistance. Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said as per the relevant Canadian authorities, the cause of the fire is still unknown. However, preliminary investigations indicate that it’s not criminal in nature.

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